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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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